ICAO Compliance Specialist- AvSec

SACAA; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A regulatory authority in aviation is seeking an Aviation Security Inspector based in Centurion. Responsibilities include maintaining high compliance standards, conducting audits, and providing training support. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of Matric and relevant security qualifications, along with at least 5 years of experience in aviation security. This permanent position offers a market-related salary and is an Employment Equity (EE) position.

Qualifications

• Matric qualification is required.
• 5 years experience in the Aviation Security Inspector role.
• Knowledge of the ICAO USAP CMA Methodology.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of PQ, CAP, and SASAQ responses.
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance with ICAO standards.
• Compile reports and submit monthly activity statistics.

Skills

Abinitio

Data Networking

Liaison

Education

ICAO and/or IATA Aviation Security related qualification

ICAO National Inspectors course

ICAO AVSEC PMC Certificate

Job description

Description

Maintain a high standard of PQ response

Audit the Audit Area responses and associated upload and maintain PQ responses and associated evidence.

Maintain a high standard Compliance Checklist response on ICAO

Audit the Audit Area responses to ICAO Compliance Checklist (CCs).

Verify upload and maintain CCs responses and associated evidence on SACAA platform.

Maintain a high standard CAP response

Monitor that implementation of CAP tasks are addressed as per timeline providing expert input were required.

Review CAP feedback and associated evidence from Audit Areas to resolve audit findings.

Upload and maintain CAP responses and associated evidence.

Maintain a high standard SASAQ response on ICAO

Audit Audit Area responses to ICAO SASAQ.

Verify upload and maintain verified SASAQ responses and associated evidence on ICAO.

ICAO Compliance Liaison and Oversight

Provide Continuous Monitoring Approach (CMA) assistance and training as and when required.

Participate in SACAA and other civil aviation statutory / consulting bodies.

Take part in regional assistance technical missions.

General Administration

Compile ad hoc reports for ICAO Compliance Section related issues / requirements.

Submit monthly activity statistics / reports.

Ensure proper filing of documents and records.

Audits by other external entities

• Facilitate preparations for external audits by other Civil Aviation regulators.

Requirements

Education

Minimum

• Matric
• ICAO and / or IATA Aviation Security related qualification
• ICAO National Inspectors course

Ideal

• ICAO AVSEC PMC Certificate
• ICAO accreditation / approval as an AVSEC USAP CMA Auditor / Team member will be ideal.

Experience

• 5 years experience in the Aviation Security Inspector role in any of the nine USAP Audit areas i.e (LEG TRG QCF OPS IFS PAX CGO AUI and FAL).
• Inspector in Aviation Security and Facilitation role with a strong knowledge of ICAO Annex 9 and 17.
• A clear knowledge and understanding of the ICAO USAP CMA Methodology
• A clear knowledge and understanding of the Civil Aviation Act NASP and relevant Regulations would be advantageous.

Closing date : 31 October 2025

All SACAA appointments are subject to S98 of the Civil Aviation Act 13 of 2009 and all successful candidates will be subjected to security vetting. Employment Equity candidates will be prioritised in line with Employment Equity Plan. If you have not heard from the SACAA 90 days after the closing date consider your application unsuccessful.

Work Level

Skilled

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

Market Related

EE Position

Yes

Location

Centurion

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Abinitio,Apprentice,Dermatology,Cost Estimation,Data Networking,Liaison

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1